Shanghai, May 2.
Shanghai's large German. commun ity, yesterday celebrated the National holiday of the Third Reich, the German Consulate-General and a number of firms having closed their doors for the occasion. whilst flags were flown from premises occupied by German firms and individuals.
The celebrations began with the Aog-raising ceremony performed in the compound of the Kaiser Wilhlom Schule at the corner of Great West-cern Road and Avenue Haig, at 8 ax. and which was attended by the vast majority of Germans living here.
'A few hours later, at 1130 a. the German Consul-General, Srachio, received. members of his community and a large number of Prominent officials, diplomatic, consular_and military representatives, at the German Garden Club on Avenue Haig.
Sports events and other amusements took up the better part of the afternoon, proceedings beginning at 2.30 pin, and lasting for four hours. Whilst a large number of German residents watched, sportsmen keenly competed in the various events. Popular amusements were also. indulged in during the afternoon.
'AUT pin. the German community met once more in the gymnastic hall of the school to alfend a national celebration and many private parties took place in the evening.
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